New Mexico § 66-3-403 - Expiration of dealer plates
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-403 — Expiration of dealer plates, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-3-403. Expiration of dealer plates
Every dealer plate issued pursuant to Section 66-3-402 NMSA 1978 expires at midnight on December 31 of each year. Upon payment of the proper fee, the person to whom the dealer plate was issued may
apply to the department for a new plate or validating sticker for the ensuing year. Renewal of all dealer plates shall be on or before December 31. A person who operates a vehicle with a dealer plate that has expired is guilty of
a penalty assessment misdemeanor.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 66-3-403
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-403 cover?
Section 66-3-403 ("Expiration of dealer plates") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Mexico § 66-3-403?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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